Mandarin Essential Oil
Plant: Citrus reticulata
Family: Rutaceae
Origin: Italy
Form: essential oil
Process: expression
Parts: peel
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BEST FOR ADOLESCENT, OILY & MATURE SKIN
scars, stretch marks
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INGREDIENT FEATURES
antiseptic
antispasmodic
calmative
cleansing
cooling
detoxifying
digestive stimulant
firming
lymphatic stimulant
nutritive
purifying
refreshing
sedative
smoothing
soothing
stomachic
tonic
uplifting
USER BENEFITS
balances oil production
calms the nervous system
helps clear blemished skin
enlivens
helps heal blemishes
lightens hyperpigmentation
lymphatic stimulant
minimizes stretch marks
neutralizes microbes
prevents stretch marks during pregnancy
promotes sleep
reduces puffiness
reduces scarring
relaxes cramping
relieves stress
settles digestion
soothes children
stimulates digestion
supports tissue regeneration
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acne
congested skin
dry skin
dull skin
insomnia
lymph congestion
mature skin
nervous tension
oily skin
restlessness
scars
stretch marks
toner
wrinkles
fat reduction
digestive problems
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active
fragrance
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ABOUT THE PLANT
Citrus reticulata is the species name for two varieties of tree whose fruit peel is made into essential oil: the Common Mandarin, also known as Citrus nobilis and referred to as the “European type” of mandarin; and the tangerine. Both originated in southern China and the Far East. The Common Mandarin is now mainly produced in Italy, Spain, Algeria, Cyprus, Greece, the Middle East and Brazil; the Tangerine in Texas, Florida, California and Guinea.
Mandarin is a small evergreen tree that grows to 4 meters high with a single trunk and many thin drooping branches which may be either spined or spineless. The tree resembles other varieties of oranges with small glossy leaves and fragrant white blossoms, while the fruit is oblate rather than spherical and typically less sweet than that of other varieties such as Satsuma and Tangerine.
ABOUT THE OIL
Mandarin essential oil is a yellowy-orange mobile liquid with a blue-violet hint essential oil by cold expression from the outer peel. A Mandarin Petitgrain essential oil is also produced in small quantities by steam distillation from the leaves and twigs.
Mandarin and tangerine are very close in their genealogy, but their essential oils are remarkably different. Tangerine is sweet and tart, orange-like in this balance, with a distinctly tangerine note. Mandarin is mandarin is a beautiful, nurturing oil for spas, somewhat like aromatherapy candy plus some unique effects. The presence of the highly sedative anthranilic acid ester makes this oil the first choice for use with children suffering from anxiety, nervousness, or stress.
OF INTEREST
Mandarin oil was brought to Europe in 1805 and was carried to America soon thereafter. The name "mandarin" is said to come from the fact that it was a traditional gift amongst the Mandarin people of China. Japanese myths regarding the “fruit of the everlasting fragrant tree” are likely referring to mandarin.
It is mainly used in flavors where it gives interesting modifications to sweet and bitter orange oils, grapefruit oil, lime oil, and in flavor compositions for soft drinks, candy, etc.
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( + )-Limonene
γ-Terpinene
α-Pinene
β-Pinene
β-Myrcene
ρ-Cymene
α-Thujene
Terpinolene
Beramottin
Bergapten
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EASE | ADAPTABILITY | OPTIMISM
MAIN ELEMENT: WOOD
CHAKRA: HEART
The delicate aroma of mandarin breathes a message of happiness, especially to children and the child within each of us and helps us get in touch with that inner child. Called "the children's remedy" in France for its broad range of soothing effects, it is used much in the same way Roman Chamomile is suggested. Texts describe its use for both relieving stomach upset, and to soothe restless children.
calms
elevates
encourages:
upliftment
inspiration
integrity
tranquillity
promotes contentment
shifts negativity
soothes restlessness (especially in hyperactive children)
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PERFUMERY
Mandarin oil can be made of yellow, green or red mandarin fruit. Red Mandarin is the sweetest of the three, with the Yellow following close behind. The green is sweet-tart, like citrus candy.
used sparingly in colognes
as a modifier for other citrus oils
in neroli bases
in fantasy “moss” notes
as a particular note for “special” effects
AROMA NOTES
TOPNOTE
MIDDLE-TOP NOTE
intensely sweet, fruity citrus top note
slightly herbaceous middle note
with a rich neroli-like, floral undertone
Blends well with: Basil, Black Pepper, Cinnamon, Clove, Frankincense, Grapefruit, Jasmine, Juniper, Lemon, Lime, Neroli, Nutmeg, Palmarosa, Patchouli, Petitgrain, Roman Chamomile, Rose Otto, Sandalwood, Sweet Orange, Ylang Ylang
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Aromatherapy, A Complete Guide to the Healing Art by Kathi Keville and Miny Green
Aromatherapy for Healing the Spirit, Restoring Emotional and Mental Balance with Essential Oils by Gabriel Mojay
Essential Oil Safety, Second edition by Robert Tisserand and Rodney Young
Perfume and Flavor Materials of Natural Origin by Steffen Arctander
The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy Second Edition by Salvatore Battaglia
The Fragrant Heavens, the Spiritual Dimension of Fragrance and Aromatherapy by Valerie Ann Worwood
The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Essential Oils, The Complete Guide to the Use of Oils in Aromatherapy and Herbalism
Plant: Citrus reticulata
Family: Rutaceae
Origin: Italy
Form: essential oil
Process: expression
Parts: peel
Plant: Citrus reticulata
Family: Rutaceae
Origin: Italy
Form: essential oil
Process: expression
Parts: peel
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